Author

Viktoria Zhidok

Viktoria Zhydok holds a PhD in economics and is an associate professor with over ten years in marketing and analytics, along with a track record of running shops on Etsy, eBay, Shopify and Amazon. She is an e-commerce and international shipping expert at Western Bid, specialising in niche and market-trend analysis, SEO for listings, and strategies for scaling a business on global marketplaces.

AUTHOR'S PUBLICATIONS

Niche keyword and tag selection on Etsy: 3 steps to the TOP

Learn how to do keyword research for Etsy: find niche long-tail phrases, properly split them into tags, analyze competition, demand, and CTR using eRank. The practical guide will help improve your listings’ SEO and get to the top.

Gemological and cultural expertise

Gemological and cultural expertise for international shipments: who needs it, for which goods, what documents should be added to the parcel, and what restrictions apply to art, jewelry, stones, metals, and collectible items.

How to correctly write short product descriptions?

Learn how to correctly compose a concise product description for international shipping: what to include, how to describe the purpose and material of the product, which mistakes to avoid, and how to prevent your shipment from being delayed at customs.

Delivery Consolidation Direct

Learn how Direct Consolidation shipping works at Western Bid, how to consolidate parcels into a single shipment, ship them via the Miami warehouse, reduce shipping costs, and account for weight, duties, and packaging.

How to take a product photo?

Learn how to take product photos for selling: proper lighting, background, angles, image dimensions and the number of photos for eBay, Etsy and other marketplaces. Practical tips for beginners who want to increase trust in the listing.

How to get your first 100 sales on Etsy

The first 100 sales on Etsy start with trust, reviews, and a strong product. Learn how to set up your shop, get your first 10 sales, encourage reviews, appear active, and faster overcome the most challenging growth stage.

International shipping from Ukraine: prices and rules

International delivery from Ukraine in 2024: prices, rules, customs duties, insurance, and deadlines. Find out how to calculate the cost of a parcel, compare services, choose air or ground delivery, and avoid mistakes during shipment processing.

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